Remote Android Engineer, Apprenticeship

Description:

• Fetch is a top 10 ranked shopping app in the App Store, allowing millions to earn Fetch Points while shopping.
• The company is a fast-growing, founder-led technology firm focused on creating a people-first culture rooted in trust and accountability.
• The Android Mobile Engineer Apprentice will contribute to building highly performant mobile applications that integrate with backend services.
• The role involves working on real features that impact customers and partners within a small, multi-functional team.
• Success in this position requires tackling challenging problems and developing effective solutions with light mentorship from experienced team members.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have an understanding of functional or object-oriented programming.
• A quick learner who thrives in a fast-paced and challenging environment is essential.
• Effective communication skills are required, including the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical team members.
• Applicants must be graduating from college within a month and be able to work full-time hours.
• Experience with object-oriented or functional programming languages, particularly Kotlin, is necessary.
• Familiarity with mobile development for Android and modern app architecture (MVVM/MVC) is required.
• Proficiency in using a version control system, specifically Git, is essential.

Benefits:

• The apprenticeship is a 3-month program that offers challenging and meaningful work.
• Participants will gain valuable experience and grow as engineers.
• The role pays $40 per hour for a minimum of 40 hours of work per week.
• Apprentices will receive a free Mac laptop, monitors, and any other necessary equipment to ensure success.
• Apprentices will work on the same projects as permanent employees and will not be treated differently.
• There is no expectation for the role to convert to a full-time position, and there are no health benefits during the apprenticeship.